RE-NEET 2026 Zoology Species Extinction Assertion Reason Question
Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R. Assertion A: Abingdon tortoise in Galapagos islands became extinct within a decade after goats were introduced. Reason R: Goats were more efficient at browsing than Abingdon tortoise. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is correct but R is not correct
A is not correct but R is correct
Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The introduction of goats led to competition for resources, causing the extinction of the Abingdon tortoise, making R the correct explanation for A.
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